Inventory Officer

Key Responsibilities

Stock Management: Conduct regular and precise stock takes; reconcile inventory discrepancies and update records accordingly.

Store Management: Efficiently manage the storage of packaging materials and finished goods to optimize space utilization and accessibility.

Coconut Inventory Management: Oversee the management and reconciliation of coconut inventories at different collection centers, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.

Supervisory Duties: Supervise and manage warehouse assistants, fostering adherence to inventory handling and storage procedures.

Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate bin cards and ensure that documentation for all inventory movements is up-to-date and compliant with company standards.

Damage and Obsolescence Communication: Proactively communicate with the inventory manager about obsolete or damaged inventory to facilitate prompt action.

Inventory Planning: Review and adjust reorder levels for packaging materials and inputs for production based on current and forecasted needs to prevent overstocking and understocking.

Safety and Procedures: Ensure all team members follow safety standards and operational procedures in handling and storing inventory.

Inventory Analysis and Reporting: Analyze inventory data and generate regular reports to support decision-making and address potential issues in inventory levels or processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Accounting or CPA finalist.
  
• Proven experience in inventory management or a different accounting role
  
• Strong understanding of inventory management systems and procedures.
  
• Demonstrate ability to use ERP systems and MS Office applications with a focus on Excel
  
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  The candidate must be willing to stay in Lamu and has experience working in Lamu.